.April 4, 2024

 

 

Department of the Interior approves eighth offshore wind project

With this approval, the Department of the Interior has approved more than 10 GW of clean energy from offshore wind projects — enough to power nearly four million homes.

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The power of inspection drones and robotics

The heavy industrial sector places a high priority on precision, safety and efficiency. As technological advancements continue, the demands of industrial operations are constantly evolving. This creates a need for solutions that can improve productivity while reducing risks. Unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and sophisticated robotics are revolutionizing how the industry is approaching inspection, maintenance and safety protocols.

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Mesa announces acquisition in the Haynesville shale play

The acquisition included approximately 6,200 net royalty acres across various counties and parishes in the core of the Haynesville shale play. The acquisition includes approximately 253 gross and 2.0 net producing wells operated by top operators Aethon, Southwestern, and Chesapeake. Read More

TVA to retire Kingston plant, build state-of-the-art energy complex

Following a multi-year­ public process, the Tennessee Valley Authority has made the decision to retire its Kingston Fossil Plant and build a state-of-the-art energy complex at the site by the end of 2027. Read More

 

U.S. natural gas production grew by 4% in 2023, similar to 2022

In 2023, more natural gas was produced in the Appalachia region of the Northeast than in any other U.S. region, accounting for 29%, or 37.7 Bcf/d, of gross natural gas production. However, production growth in Appalachia has slowed because the region doesn’t have enough pipeline takeaway capacity to transport more natural gas out of the region to demand markets. Read More

Phillips 66 announces major milestone in production of renewable diesel

The Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex is on track to increase production rates to more than 800 million gallons per year (50,000 bpd) of renewable fuels by the end of the second quarter, positioning Phillips 66 as a leader in renewable fuels. Read More

 

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Upcoming Industry Events

  • ISA Texas Channel 40th Annual Automation Expo - April 11, Pasadena, TX
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